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Annabergite and Andalusite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Sectile
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.073.05-3.21
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Uneven, Subconchoidal, Splintery, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {010}, indistinct on {100} and {102}
Good on {110}, poor on {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
27.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ni3(AsO4)2•8(H2O)
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Annabergite and Andalusite Chemical Formula

While comparing Annabergite and Andalusite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Annabergite and Andalusite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Annabergite- Ni3(AsO4)2•8(H2O)
  • Chemical formula of Andalusite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Annabergite and Andalusite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Annabergite and Andalusite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Annabergite and Andalusite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Annabergite is 3.05-3.21 whereas that of Andalusite is 3.05-3.21.